Patrick the Pug

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Patrick the Pug

2019

1h 34m

Comedy

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100+ Ratings

A teacher's life gets turned upside down when she inherits her grandmother's cute but mischievous pug.

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Its pugnacious protagonist is certainly adorable, but the thoroughly formulaic Patrick will only give paws to the most pup-obsessed film fans.

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Kimber Myers

Los Angeles Times

Feb 14, 2019

Though the family-friendly comedy has all the good intentions of a motivational puppy poster, it unfortunately also has the same level of intelligence and plot.

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Frank Scheck

The Hollywood Reporter

Feb 14, 2019

A film has to have something going for it, like a plot, instead of just relying on an adorable animal.

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Courtney Howard

Variety

Feb 13, 2019

Though the narrative tends to be a touch too simplistic for most grown-ups, and lacks enough riotous dog action for the little ones, there's enough bite to make things worthwhile for those who just want to enjoy a sweet, wholesome dog movie.

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Alix Turner

Ready Steady Cut

Jan 31, 2021

1/5

Sarah Francis is about to start a new teaching job when first her boyfriend dumps her, and then her grandmother dies, leaving her Patrick, a prized and pampered pug. A Disney dud.

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Jennie Kermode

Eye for Film

Aug 28, 2020

3.5/5

Everybody deals with grief differently, but anyone who has experience bereavement will find something to connect with in Patrick.

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

Feb 23, 2019

C+

A friendly pug comedy with no bite.

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David C

@Davec26 Mar 22, 2025

A script that is cringing with acting straight out of drama school.

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Brandon T

@RT27037260 Nov 3, 2024

A work of art. A star studded cast delivers the most gripping animal-based film of the century. The fun-run scene had me on the edge of my seat. My girlfriend cried, we’ve just ordered a pug on wish. Exquisite.

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David P

@RT30044998 Jun 9, 2024

I only saw part of it, but that was enough. It is an unhappy mix of Bridget Jones reincarnated as a teacher, and a dog film. If you love dogs, you might well love the film. I do not, and I did not find the pug to be interesting anyway. A lackluster story and a somewhat annoying female lead put the lid on this film. Good family entertainment, as they say, but not for me.

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Feb 9, 2022

Best pug movie ever!

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Jan 5, 2021

I thought it was ok overall as it offered few laughs for a comedy and just seemed to be too manufactured. Beattie Edmunson wasn't that enjoyable as an actress and the pug wasn't cute or adorable for a dog movie.

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Aug 15, 2020

It was Ok to watch with a good soundtrack throughout.

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Synopsis

A teacher's life gets turned upside down when she inherits her grandmother's cute but mischievous pug.

Director: Mandie Fletcher
Producer: Vanessa Davies, Paul de Vos
Screenwriter: Vanessa Davies, Paul de Vos, Mandie Fletcher
Distributor: Screen Media Films
Production Co: Fred Films
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: British English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 15, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 12, 2019
Runtime: 1h 34m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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